Free Veterans Day Meal Across MA: Cheap Eats

MASSACHUSETTS, MA — Veterans and active-duty military members can find free burritos, burgers, breakfasts and other food deals across Massachusetts this Veterans Day.

Restaurants and community organizations will offer complimentary meals on Wednesday to thank current and former military personnel for their service. Most restaurant promotions require military identification or other proof of service, and some are limited to dine-in customers at participating locations.

Patch has put together a list of some restaurant offers for 2026:

Anna’s Taqueria: Veterans and active-duty military members can receive one complimentary entrée worth up to $20 during regular business hours. Choices include burritos, tacos, quesadillas, bowls and salads. The deal is available at all Anna’s Taqueria locations in Massachusetts. Customers must show a military ID or visit in uniform.

Rail Trail Flatbread Co., Hudson And Milford: Veterans can receive one free entrée when dining in Nov. 11 at the locally founded restaurant’s Hudson or Milford location. The Rail Trail offer is limited to one entrée per veteran.

Publick House, Sturbridge: The historic inn and restaurant at 277 Main St. will serve a free turkey dinner to veterans and active-duty military members during lunch and dinner Nov. 11. Proof of service is required.

99 Restaurants: The New England restaurant group will offer veterans and active-duty military members a free lunch from its Veterans Day menu with the purchase of another entrée. The promotion runs from opening until 4 p.m. Nov. 11. Military identification is required.

Tuscan Kitchen, Burlington: Veterans are invited to receive complimentary dining Nov. 11 at Tuscan Brands restaurants, including Tuscan Kitchen in Burlington. The New England restaurant group asks veterans to call ahead for reservations.

Here are more free community meals in Massachusetts:

Amherst: The town will serve bagels and freshly made pancakes beginning at 9:45 a.m. at the Bangs Community Center, 70 Boltwood Walk. The breakfast is open to everyone, with a Veterans Day ceremony following at 11 a.m. on the North Common.

Cambridge: Doors open at 10 a.m. for coffee and appetizers at the Sheraton Commander, 16 Garden St. A city observance begins at 11 a.m., followed by an informal luncheon from noon to 3 p.m. Registration is requested.

Hingham: A Veterans Day breakfast will run from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. at Town Hall, 210 Central St. The meal, catered by Rockland-based Hart Brothers Catering, is open to military personnel, veterans and their families.

Lexington: Veterans and active-duty service members can attend a free breakfast and ceremony at Knights of Columbus Heritage Hall, 177 Bedford St. Coffee begins at 8 a.m. and breakfast will be served at 9:15 a.m. A $10 donation is suggested for other attendees. Advance registration is available online.

Lynn: The city’s Veterans Day program begins with a free hot breakfast at 8:30 a.m. in the City Hall foyer. The meal is open to veterans, military members and supporters. A ceremony follows at 10 a.m. in Lynn Memorial Auditorium.

Peabody: Veterans and their families are invited to breakfast from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. in the Wiggin Auditorium at City Hall. Attendees are asked to RSVP by Nov. 9 by emailing veteransbreakfast@peabody-ma.gov or calling 978-538-5925.

Scituate: American Legion Post 144 will host a flag ceremony at 11 a.m. followed by a complimentary turkey luncheon at noon at the Scituate Senior Center, 333 First Parish Road. The meal is free for Scituate veterans and one guest. Reservations are required.

Watertown: Veterans, family members and friends are invited to a ceremony and breakfast beginning at 11 a.m. at the Marine Corps League’s Shutt Detachment, 215 Mount Auburn St. Breakfast will be served immediately after the ceremony, according to the city’s event announcement.

Worcester: Veterans Inc. will hold its annual free pancake breakfast from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. at 69 Grove St. The meal and Veterans Day activities are open to the public. Worcester’s parade begins at 11 a.m. on Glennie Street.

Here are some deals being offered at national chain restaurants:

Applebee’s: Veterans, active-duty military members, reservists and National Guard members can choose a free full-size entrée from a seven-item Veterans Day menu at participating restaurants. The Applebee’s offer is dine-in only and includes a $5 card for a future visit. Beverages and gratuity are not included. Massachusetts locations include Worcester, Milford, Walpole, Auburn and Millbury.

Chili’s: Veterans and active-duty military members can receive a free meal from a limited menu at participating restaurants. Choices include Chicken Crispers, chicken bacon ranch quesadillas, an Oldtimer Burger with cheese or soup and salad. The offer is dine-in only, with no substitutions. Beverages and gratuity are not included. Chili’s has Massachusetts locations in Auburn, Bellingham, East Walpole and other communities.

Denny’s: Active, retired and former military personnel can receive a free Original Grand Slam from 5 a.m. to noon at participating restaurants. The dine-in offer requires a military ID or DD-214 and does not include a beverage. Denny’s has four Massachusetts locations in Attleboro, Fall River, Holyoke and Leominster.

Red Robin: Veterans and active-duty military members can receive a free Red’s Big Tavern Burger with bottomless steak fries at participating restaurants. The offer is dine-in only, and proof of service is required. Additions, substitutions and premium sides cost extra.

Starbucks: Veterans, military service members and military spouses can receive a free tall hot or iced brewed coffee at participating stores. The offer is available for café and drive-thru orders.

Participation and hours may vary by restaurant. Customers should contact their preferred location before visiting and bring proof of military service. Additional offers are listed in the Department of Veterans Affairs’ 2026 Veterans Day roundup.

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